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Norman THACKER Obituary
Born in Ohio, he had been a resident of Hampton since 1955. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War and worked at the Hampton VA Medical Center, until his retirement in 199, after 32 years. He was also a devoted coach and father of Hampton City Youth Wrestling, for over 40 years.
Norman was preceded in death by his son, Ronald Thacker Sr.; and brothers, Ernie Springer and Dickie Thacker.
Surviving are his wife of 54 years, Dee Thacker; children, Douglas E. Thacker and his wife, Tracie of Gloucester, Wanda T. O'Boyle of Yorktown, Tim W. Thacker of Hampton, Jim L. Thacker and his wife, Sherry of Hampton, and Edward Bohn of Yorktown; brothers and sisters, Charlie Springer, Juanita Waldren, Sue Meyer, and Patty Akins; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, in downtown Hampton. A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday, in the funeral home Chapel, by Pastor Guss Diggs. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens.
Arrangements are by R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, 245 S. Armistead Ave., in Hampton, 757-723-3191. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Josh and Jake Retos
January 9, 2011
Time or distance could never lessen the wonderful impact that Coach Thacker, Dee, and all the family had on our lives. Being a Hampton Jaguar was such a large part of our youth. Being Jaguars at such an early age taught us the spirit of competition, the respect for our competitors, the honor and responsibility of being a part of a team, and true wrestling skills that we took through our high school wrestling careers. It was an honor to learn these things from Coach Thacker who loved and respected everyone on the team. Our deepest sympathy to Dee and all of the family. We will never forget you.
Stephen Wainwright
January 6, 2011
As a child I wrestled for the Jaguars for only a short time but Coach Thacker's influence found me once more when I was approached by Mike Reid and Mike Rutkowski my freshman year of high school. Former Jaguars themselves convinced me to return to the mat and I became reacquainted with sport and the Thacker family. I was definately not the best out there but the support from the Thacker family and my Crabber teammates(many of which had wrestled under Coach as a Jaguar) kept me coming out year after year. If it weren't for Coach and Dee I wouldn't have met some of the best friends I have today and I wouldn't have had some of the best times of my life. Just want to share my condolances to the Thacker family as well as everyone affected by this great loss. I also want to thank Coach and Dee for letting so many of us into your family and home.
Teri, Sandi, Kelly Morgan Girls
January 4, 2011
To The Thacker Family, We are very sorry to hear of Mr. Thacker's passing. We all have such fond memories growing up next door to you guys. We were all treated like one of the kids! He will be missed. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
January 4, 2011
Jim,Sherry and family
So sorry to hear about your Dad thinking of you all.
Paula
January 4, 2011
Di and Doug's family, I am greatly saddened to hear of Doug's departure. I have many fond memories of your home and the love you showed to Mickie and my children as they grew up. My grandsons wrestle, in part due to your influence. May God be with you this day and always.
Gene Moser
Hicks family
January 4, 2011
thanks coach for being a part of my family's lives, you inspired and guided me and my kids, and yelled at us when we needed you to. i miss you and big ronnie.
January 4, 2011
Dee and family, I am very sorry to hear of Doug's passing. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Billy Green
January 3, 2011
To the Thacker Family,
We are sorry for your loss. The Jaguars began our family's love for wrestling. Mr. Thacker will be missed.
The Ronald Butler Family (Hampton VA)
Lynn & Gary Arway
January 3, 2011
Curtis and family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family on the loss of your grandfather.
Gary Alcon
January 3, 2011
Norman you will truly be missed, through your wonderful smile and your great abundance of kindness to everyone. We love you dearly. The whole wrestling community has suffered a huge loss, but we know you will be in the heavens watching down on us. To the Thacker Family,...May God bless you all. Our prayers and thoughts will always be with your family always. --Alcon Family--
January 3, 2011
Jim, Sherry, all immediate & extended family...
no words can take away the pain you feel but hopefully in time you may begin to heal. Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Booney & Dana
January 3, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Thacker families. It's sadden me to hear the news. of Mr. Thacker he will be greatly miss. i hope his memories will bring comfort to the families. As I like to share my fondest memory the trip to Ohio with the wrestling team. Coach Fenner, Carrollton Virginia
John Bowman
January 3, 2011
To the Thacker family, I want to express my condolences for your loss. Mr. Thaker was a Father to figure to many, including myself, back when I grew up in the ole neighborhood, Hampton Terrace. I can remember him almost putting every kid in the back of the Station Wagon and hauling us off to either Football practices and or games, and of course, the same with Wrestling. Thanks Mr. Thacker for watching after all of us kids way back when.
Heather Hollomon Warf
January 3, 2011
Timmy and Jimmy I am so sorry for your loss! My love and prayers go out to your entire family! May GOD be with you in your time of need!
Debra Nair
January 3, 2011
I knew Ronnie Thacker From Bally's. I am so sad to her of another family loss. May God be with the entire family at this time. My prayers are with you all.
Larry Darden
January 3, 2011
Wanda,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Larry and Ruby Darden
Val McQuate
January 2, 2011
The Thackers took us in as part of their family almost 20 years ago. Distance has separated us for many years now, but the memories of family holidays, camping and Thacker get togethers will forever be fond ones. I'm so sorry for your loss. Norman was an asset to both his family and the community, he will truly be missed. Love you all.
The McQuates
Melodie Dogggett
January 2, 2011
I have many fond memories of Mr. Thacker thru the Hampton Wrestling League. My son, Bobby, and his grandsons, Mike and Ronnie wrestled together for many years. He will definately be missed. My deepest sympathy to his entire family.
Pam & Bob Brezinski
January 2, 2011
Bob & I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Doug was a wonderful person and will be missed by many. Many memories from cub wrestling!! You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike Caison
January 2, 2011
Dee and family
January 2, 2011
Dee and family
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